PMLD/CLDD Learning Support Assistant
Location: Chelmsford
Contract: Full-time / Long-term / Temp-to-perm
About the Role
Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) or Complex Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD)?
We are working with a fantastic SEND school within Chelmsford that provides a nurturing, inclusive, and person-centred environment for children and young people with additional needs. The school is looking for a caring and resilient individual to join their team and make a real difference to students’ lives.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Supporting pupils with PMLD/CLDD in all aspects of their learning and development.
Assisting with personal care and mobility, including moving and handling and hoisting (full training provided if needed).
Supporting pupils with complex medical needs, including those with epilepsy and dysphagia.
Using communication aids and sensory resources to engage and motivate pupils.
Working with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to deliver individualised education and care plans.
Sociable hours, Monday to Friday – 8.30am-4pm.
Ideal candidate:
Previous experience supporting children or young people with PMLD/CLDD (school, residential, or care setting) - desirable
Any transferrable skills, such as care/ support worker setting, ambulance, police force, military, residential care, sports coach etc.
Understanding of safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
A patient, positive, and compassionate approach.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Desirable CPD and Training (or willingness to undertake):
✅ Moving and Positioning – including Hoisting
✅ Epilepsy Awareness
✅ Dysphagia Training
(We can support your professional development and provide access to these CPD courses if not already completed.)
What Teaching Personnel Offer:
Competitive pay rates and benefits.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
A dedicated consultant to you on call 24/7
Kindly note – Please only apply for this role if you are a resident of the UK or if recently moved hold a police clearance check from the country you have left from!
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We cover areas such as Chelmsford, Basildon, Wickford, Southend, Benfleet, Brentwood, Colchester and more!!!
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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